We are seeking experienced Order Selectors to support distribution center operations at the Bellevue Milk Plant. This role requires selecting and palletizing dairy and refrigerated products using voice-directed technology and a ride-on electric pallet jack in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Candidates should be comfortable performing physical work throughout the shift while working in refrigerated conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Use a voice-directed order selection system to accurately select full-case dairy, refrigerated, and other perishable products.
- Operate a ride-on electric pallet jack to pick and transport products throughout the warehouse.
- Wear a voice-picking headset for the duration of the shift.
- Build stable pallets and prepare orders for shipment to local stores.
- Ensure orders are selected accurately and efficiently while maintaining productivity standards.
- Follow all company safety, food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Work effectively with supervisors, team members, and drivers to support daily operations.
Required Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Must be eligible to work in the United States for an indefinite duration without limitations.
- Minimum of 1 year of recent order selecting experience required.
- Previous experience operating an electric pallet jack required.
- Must be able to obtain Safeway certification to operate electric pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment.
- Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English to perform the essential functions of the role, including:
- Following safety procedures and training instructions
- Understanding verbal and written work instructions
- Using voice-directed picking technology
- Communicating effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and truck drivers
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining high levels of productivity and accuracy.
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be fully capable of performing the physical demands of this position.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, stack, and move products weighing up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
- Ability to frequently lift products to shoulder height and overhead.
- Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Ability to safely mount, dismount, and operate material-handling equipment.
- Ability to perform physical labor in a refrigerated environment for the entire shift.
Important: Workers will be responsible for individually lifting and moving products as part of their daily job duties. Please ensure candidates fully understand these physical requirements prior to submission.
Equipment & Technology
- Ability to wear a voice-picking headset throughout the entire shift.
- Ability to learn and use voice-directed warehouse technology.
- Ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment after training and certification.
Work Environment
- Must be comfortable working in a refrigerated environment maintained at approximately 34°F - 37°F for the duration of the shift.
- Comfortable working around moving warehouse equipment and machinery.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
- Must comply with all safety requirements and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork and professionalism in a unionized work environment.
Performance Expectations
- Accurately select and palletize products according to customer orders.
- Meet established productivity, quality, and accuracy standards.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures.
- Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Work safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Hiring Process
- Qualified candidates will be invited to attend a 30-minute onsite interview.
- Candidates may be required to demonstrate relevant warehouse experience and discuss prior order selecting and pallet jack operation experience.
Dress Code & Required Equipment
- Safety shoes are required on Day 1.
- Close-toed, slip-resistant shoes are not considered safety shoes.
- Must dress appropriately for a refrigerated warehouse environment.
- Additional PPE may be required based on site safety guidelines.